WORLD RELIGIONS

Detailed explanation-1: -At the start of the Middle Ages, all Christians in western Europe belonged to a single church, which became known as the Roman Catholic Church. Monks also copied and preserved old texts, and in this way helped keep both new and ancient learning alive.

Detailed explanation-2: -Monks provided service to the church by copying manuscripts, creating art, educating people, and working as missionaries. Convents were especially appealing to women. It was the only place they would receive any sort of education or power. It also let them escape unwanted marriages.